Cloud technologies are advancing at an accelerating pace, supplanting traditional relational and data warehouse storage solutions with novel, high-value alternatives. In this book three pioneering Microsoft Azure Data consultants offer an expert introduction to the relational, non-relational, and data warehouse solutions offered by the Azure platform. Drawing on their extensive experience helping organizations get more value from the Microsoft Data Platform, the authors guide students through decision-making, implementation, operations, security, and more. Throughout, step-by-step tutorials and hands-on exercises prepare them to succeed, even if they have no cloud data experience.